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Coups Surge in Africa Amid Crisis and Foreign Alliances

10/20/2025

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Since 2020, Africa has seen coups, including Mali, Burkina Faso, and Madagascar, justified by economic collapse and jihadist violence.
In Madagascar, Colonel Michael Randrianirina ousted President Andry Rajoelina amid protests over corruption.
ECOWAS and bodies struggle to keep influence as juntas seek alliances with Russia and China.
The trend raises governance and investment concerns across the continent.

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Story summary

Since 2020, Africa has seen coups, including Mali, Burkina Faso, and Madagascar, justified by economic collapse and jihadist violence.
In Madagascar, Colonel Michael Randrianirina ousted President Andry Rajoelina amid protests over corruption.
ECOWAS and bodies struggle to keep influence as juntas seek alliances with Russia and China.
The trend raises governance and investment concerns across the continent.